Marine Science
Katie Wells
Environmental Educator
Seabrook,SC
Summary
Experienced Senior Naturalist with 2+ years of fieldwork and conservation research. Skilled in leading educational programs, conducting research, and implementing sustainable practices. Proficient in identifying Southeastern marine species and developing conservation strategies. Strong communication and leadership skills in promoting environmental stewardship and conservation. Passionate about marine science and committed to preserving the natural world for future generations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Senior Naturalist
St. Christopher Barrier Island Environmental Education Program
08.2022 - Current
- As Aquarium Coordinator, I am responsible for animal husbandry, water quality monitoring, marine species identification, and teaching marine environmental education classes to groups of all ages.
- Led a renovation project on the aquarium, performed dune restorations, and conducted rescue boat operations, kayak guiding, and general maintenance.
Outdoor Adventure Trip Leader
University of South Alabama Department of Recreation
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and guided outdoor adventure trips on the Alabama coast, including kayaking and canoeing. Ensure participant safety and equipment upkeep, and perform boating equipment driving and trailering.
Deckhand
American Cruise Lines
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Responsible for security rounds and maintenance of the ship; conducted helm watches and docking operations as a line handler; provided customer service to guests on board.
Education
Master of Science - Marine Predator Conservation
Unity Environmental University
New Gloucester, ME05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville12.2019
Summer Research in Marine Science -
Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
Ocean Springs, MS07.2019
Skills
- Public Speaking and Communication
- Data entry
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Boating and ocean experience
- Risk Management and Problem-solving
- Adaptable
- Leadership and decision-making
- Fisheries Sampling Techniques
- Project management
- Water Quality Monitoring
- Species identification
- Environmental education
- Active Listening
- Equipment Maintenance
- Diving Protocols
- Aquatic Life Husbandry
Certification
- CPR and AED, Red Cross, 08/2023
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation in fisheries and aquaculture, FAO, 07/2023
- Dive Master, SDI: Scuba Diving International, 05/2019
- Wilderness First Aid, Red Cross, 02/2022
Interests
Shark and Ray conservation
Research SCUBA diving
Marine Predator Conservation
Marine Research
Environmental Education and Outreach
Software
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Powerpoint
GIS- ArcPRO, Google Earth
Website creation: Google sites
Quote
“In the end, we will be defined not only by what we create but also by what we refuse to destroy.”
John Sawhill
Timeline
Senior Naturalist
St. Christopher Barrier Island Environmental Education Program
08.2022 - Current
Outdoor Adventure Trip Leader
University of South Alabama Department of Recreation
08.2021 - 05.2022
Deckhand
American Cruise Lines
03.2021 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Marine Predator Conservation
Unity Environmental University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tennessee Technological University
Summer Research in Marine Science -
Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
- CPR and AED, Red Cross, 08/2023
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation in fisheries and aquaculture, FAO, 07/2023
- Dive Master, SDI: Scuba Diving International, 05/2019
- Wilderness First Aid, Red Cross, 02/2022
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